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Lead Cloud Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Cloud Engineer to provide technical leadership for cloud infrastructure design, migration, and operations on a large-scale federal IT program. This senior role ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

SummaryThe Lead Cloud Engineer is a senior, hands-on technical role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based systems across Azure and AWS platforms. This role combines hands ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Defining a Secure Cloud Landscape As the Lead Cloud Security Engineer, you'll spearhead our cloud security efforts, placing emphasis on AWS proficiency, reinforcing container security protocols ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$53.50 - $71.75/hr

Lead Cloud Engineer Tax Term: W2/1099/C2C Only Location: Atlanta- Onsite Employment Type: Contract About us Conglomerate IT is a certified and a pioneer in providing premium end-to-end Global ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$141K - $184K/yr

In this role, they will manage large-scale public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).  The Lead Cloud Engineer role will offer the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$141K - $184K/yr

In this role, they will manage large-scale public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).  The Lead Cloud Engineer role will offer the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside ...

NY · On-site

$150 - $210/hr

Lead - Cloud Operations Engineer Lennar is a leading homebuilder committed to delivering quality homes and exceptional customer service. Step into a role as a Cloud Operations - Lead Engineer, where ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$141K - $184K/yr

The Lead Cloud Engineer role will offer the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities: * Design and ...

Lead - Cloud Operations Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

Lead the IaC strategy using Terraform, ARM templates, and Azure CLI * Own Azure DevOps pipelines ... Azure Cloud Operations * Disaster Recovery Strategies * Business Continuity Planning

Lead - Cloud Operations Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners ...

Lead - Cloud Operations Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Defining a Secure Cloud Landscape As the Lead Cloud Security Engineer, you'll spearhead our cloud security efforts, placing emphasis on AWS proficiency, reinforcing container security protocols ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

Your Role As the Lead Cloud Security Engineer, you'll spearhead our cloud security efforts, placing emphasis on AWS proficiency, reinforcing container security protocols, enhancing API and software ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$61 - $81.50/hr

Position Details Requirement CREQ No of Positions Role Cloud Engineer(Locals Only) Location NYC/Pittsburgh/Lake Mary,FL - Locals Only Type of Hire - Contract/ C2H Contract/C2H Rate (Max) depending on ...

Lead Cloud AI Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Lead Cloud AI Engineer (Lead / Senior) Location: Various U.S. Federal Client Sites (Onsite) Travel: Yes - Travel to federal client sites as required Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 Clearance: Active TS ...

Lead Cloud AI Engineer (Lead / Senior) Location: Various U.S. Federal Client Sites (Onsite) Travel: Yes - Travel to federal client sites as required Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 Clearance: Active TS ...

Lead Cloud AI Engineer (Lead / Senior) Location: Various U.S. Federal Client Sites (Onsite) Travel: Yes - Travel to federal client sites as required Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 Clearance: Active TS ...

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How much do freelance lead cloud engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance lead cloud engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Lead Cloud Engineer vs Cloud Solutions Architect?

AspectFreelance Lead Cloud EngineerCloud Solutions Architect
CredentialsCloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP), technical expertiseCloud certifications, architecture experience, design skills
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remote or on-siteCorporate or consulting firms, client-facing roles
Employer & IndustryClients across various industries, tech startups, enterprisesLarge corporations, cloud service providers, consulting firms
Search & Comparison IntentFreelance Lead Cloud Engineer vs Cloud Solutions Architect

While both roles require cloud certifications and technical expertise, a Freelance Lead Cloud Engineer focuses on executing cloud projects independently, managing deployments, and leading technical teams on a per-project basis. In contrast, a Cloud Solutions Architect designs comprehensive cloud solutions, often within organizations or consulting firms, emphasizing architecture planning and strategic cloud adoption.

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$59.75 - $79.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


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POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Lead Cloud Engineer to provide technical leadership for cloud infrastructure design, migration, and operations on a large-scale federal IT program. This senior role guides cloud strategy, mentors engineering staff, and serves as the technical authority for multi-cloud environments operating under FedRAMP and FISMA requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Define and lead cloud architecture strategy across AWS GovCloud and Azure Government; drive multi-cloud design standards and governance frameworks
  • Oversee cloud migration initiatives — assess on-premises workloads, develop migration wave plans, and lead execution across application, database, and infrastructure teams
  • Establish and enforce cloud engineering standards: IaC conventions, tagging policies, security baselines, and operational runbooks
  • Lead cloud cost optimization initiatives: Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, workload right-sizing, and showback/chargeback reporting
  • Serve as escalation point for cloud incidents; lead root cause analysis and post-incident reviews
  • Collaborate with security teams to maintain FedRAMP authorization boundaries; support continuous monitoring and ATO renewals
  • Mentor and provide technical oversight to a team of cloud engineers; conduct design reviews and enforce engineering quality standards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of IT engineering experience with 5+ years of cloud-focused engineering in federal environments
  • Demonstrated experience leading cloud architecture and migration programs at enterprise scale
  • AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (active)
  • Deep expertise in IaC (Terraform), cloud networking, identity federation, and security architecture
  • Strong understanding of FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and cloud security boundary management

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust background investigation (MBI or HBI). U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert certification
  • Experience with FinOps practices and cloud financial governance
  • Experience at NIH, HHS, or similar IT programs

BENEFITS

Avyanna LLC offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development support.

Avyanna LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.